Hiller architected the aPriori software in 1996 during the early work with the first customer and led the company from its founding to its first round of funding. Prior to aPriori, Hiller was Product Manager/Systems Engineer for five years at Ford Motor Company where he was involved in the new product introduction cycle from early research and development, through manufacturing launch. While at Ford, Hiller was responsible for defining and delivering all financing and technical targets for the driveline and axles of the 2004 F-150 pick-up truck, including the systems, sourcing, and team management of supplier and Ford personnel who ultimately delivered the system. Hiller's previous experience includes roles at Procter & Gamble in manufacturing, John Deere in design, and 3i, PLC in venture capital. Hiller holds an MBA from Harvard Business School and an MS and BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

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